Shares of uranium and nuclear companies are trading lower amid weaker investor interest in highly leveraged growth stocks as rising bond yields and concerns over inflation and rate hikes persist.

Department of Energy Announces a New Multi-Billion-Dollar Nuclear Energy Deal

The Department of Energy announced a $4.2 billion loan commitment to Vistra to extend and upgrade three nuclear plants in Pennsylvania and Ohio, preserving 4 GW of power and adding 433 MW of new capacity. This deal is part of Trump's broader initiative to quadruple U.S. nuclear capacity to 400 GW by 2050. Meta has already signed a 20-year power purchase agreement with Vistra for 2,609 MW from these plants, highlighting how existing reactor owners are positioned to benefit most from the nuclear renaissance driven by AI energy demands.

Shares of uranium and nuclear-related companies are trading higher amid sympathy with Constellation Energy after the company announced a partnership with Google to deploy 890 MW of new nuclear capacity. The deal may support the demand outlook for hyperscalers adding more nuclear generation.

Google Just Bet 20 Years On Constellation Energy's Reactors: Nuclear Stocks Rally

Constellation Energy stock rises 8% after Google signs a 20-year nuclear power deal. Nuclear stocks rally, but CEG is still down 18% in 2026.

Cameco Stock Down to Below $90 -- Is Now the Time to Buy?

Cameco's stock has fallen below $90 from a 52-week high of $135.24, presenting a potentially cheaper entry point for investors. While recent operational challenges and lower Q2 earnings have pressured the stock, the company's long-term uranium supply contracts, 49% stake in Westinghouse, and exposure to growing nuclear demand remain strategically sound. The pullback improves valuation for those bullish on nuclear expansion, though the stock still commands a premium.

Shares of uranium and nuclear-related companies are trading lower amid multiple catalysts including reports suggesting Oracle has issued a "force majeure" notice regarding potential timeline slippage of Project Jupiter in New Mexico, which may imply slower data center development. Also, Google's launch of Project Suncatcher to deploy AI compute capacity in space may dampen expectations for nuclear power needs.

Shares of uranium and nuclear-related companies are trading lower amid catalysts for the sector including UBS's downgrade of NuScale Power to Sell over concerns about project timelines and cash burn, as well as Oklo's $1 billion at-the-market equity offering.